Senior Engineer - Water Resources Management
Location: US, CO, Fort Collins
Employment type: Part-time
Required experience: Mid-Senior level
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Science

Company profile:
Riverside is an internationally recognized engineering, science, and information technology company with more than 25 years experience providing innovative information technology solutions for environmental decision support systems, using a variety of different environmental data sources, from satellite sensors and imagery to stream gauges in local rivers.RIVERSIDE QUICK FACTSFounded in 1985Corporate headquarters in Fort Collins, ColoradoCompleted over 1,200 projects in more than 30 countriesNCBR Mercury 100 List for “Fastest Growing Companies Over $2 Million”SBA “Small Business of the Year Award” recipientNCBR 2011 “Environmental Entrepreneur Award” recipientRiverside has successfully implemented more than 1,200 projects in over 30 countries, and maintains a strong worldwide customer base, including U.S. government agencies such as USAID and USTDA, and international donor organizations such as the World Bank, Asian Development Bank, and FAO.Since 1985, Riverside has built relationships and partnerships with a variety of clients including the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), and the Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB) — providing products, services, and solutions meeting their long-term needs.

Job description:
COMPANY OVERVIEWRiverside Technology, inc. (Riverside), a leading international engineering and consulting firm providing scientific analysis, applications development, systems engineering, and GIS services to federal and state government agencies, private companies, and international clients, has an immediate opportunity for a Senior Engineer at our headquarters in Fort Collins, Colorado.  THE POSITIONThe successful candidate will lead and manage modeling and forecasting projects for water resources management, and will have demonstrated experience in developing models, creating model products, and communicating with users and stakeholders.  Riverside executes projects throughout the US and around the world so opportunities for travel may be a part of this position.  The work is anticipated to be in a variety of water resources management areas including:Hydrologic and hydraulic modeling for water resources decision support systemsModeling of streamflow regulation including diversions, ecological constraints, and water rightsModeling of climate change impacts on water resources systemsLarge-scale river basin planning and management for water supply, flood control, drought evaluation, and environmental applications RESPONSIBILITIESThis position will be responsible forManaging and coordinating the work of staff and/or subcontractors on multiple projectsTaking a lead role in proposal development with responsibilities for technical coordination, writing task descriptions, developing cost estimates, defining project scope, etc.Identifying and promoting new business areas, participating in conferences and professional activities that foster new business opportunities

Requirements:
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESProject management experience (PMP certification is a plus)Experience with hydrologic/hydraulic modeling, river forecasting, and product developmentExperience with reservoir modeling programs such as RiverWare, HEC-ResSim, RES-J, etc.Experience with probabilistic hydrologic forecastingExperience with flood risk analysisExcellent written and oral communication skillsAbility to work independently and part of a multi-dimensional team  P.E. license or ability to acquire certification  EDUCATION/EXPERIENCEAdvanced degree in Engineering / Physical Sciences with emphasis in Hydrology, Hydraulics, Water Resources Management or Systems Analysis10+ years of related experienceLOCATION: Fort Collins, CO

Benefits:
Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering very competitive compensation and exceptional employee benefits.